Insect & Arachnid Life‑Cycle Figurine Sets

Bring the secret lives of backyard creatures into the hands of curious tamariki. Each mini‑set traces one species from egg (or egg sac) through larva/nymph and pupa to the fully formed adult, giving children a concrete way to sequence, classify, and enrich their vocabulary. Sold individually, the range lets families or kaiako start with a favourite and expand as interests grow.

Choose from several options—including Butterfly, Bumblebee, Bee, Ladybug, Grasshopper, Dragonfly, Ant, Earthworm, Centipede, Scorpion, Spider, Mosquito, and Cicada—so lessons can follow seasonal sightings or classroom themes. Durable, tactile figures invite open‑ended exploration, storytelling, and vocabulary building, all while respecting the Montessori principle of isolating one concept at a time.

Key features

• Supports sequencing, scientific language, and ecological empathy (ages 3 +)
• Ideal for three‑part cards, sensory trays, or outdoor nature journals
• Mix‑and‑match purchasing makes it easy to build a personalised collection
• Smooth, wipe‑clean finish stands up to enthusiastic play indoors or out
  
• Ideal gift for bug‑obsessed kids and STEM‑minded teachers alike